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Overview of 6 Days Rwanda Gorilla Trekking and Lake Kivu Adventure
The 6 Days Rwanda Gorilla Trekking and Lake Kivu Adventure offers the perfect blend of wildlife, adventure, culture, and relaxation — showcasing the very best of Rwanda, the Land of a Thousand Hills. From the breathtaking encounter with endangered mountain gorillas in Volcanoes National Park, to the serene shores of Lake Kivu, to the lush rainforests of Nyungwe National Park, this safari is designed for travelers who want to experience Rwanda’s diverse landscapes and wildlife in one seamless journey.
This 6 Days Rwanda Gorilla Trekking and Lake Kivu adventure begins in Kigali, Rwanda’s vibrant capital, with a brief city tour before heading north to Volcanoes National Park for gorilla trekking. From there, you’ll continue to Gisenyi for a lakeside escape and coffee experience, then venture south to Nyungwe National Park for chimpanzee and colobus monkey trekking, tea experiences, and the famous canopy walkway. With a perfect mix of primate safaris, nature, and cultural discovery, this 6 Days Rwanda Gorilla Trekking and Lake Kivu Adventure safari offers unforgettable memories and insight into Rwanda’s natural and cultural beauty.
Day 1: Half-Day Kigali City Tour & Transfer to Volcanoes National Park
After breakfast, embark on a Kigali City Tour, visiting the Kigali Genocide Memorial, Kimironko Market, and Inema Arts Center to explore Rwanda’s history and creative culture. Enjoy lunch in Kigali before beginning your scenic 2.5-hour drive to Volcanoes National Park, passing rolling hills and lush countryside. Upon arrival, check in at your lodge in Musanze, enjoy dinner, and rest for your gorilla trekking adventure the next morning.
Accommodation: Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel / Da Vinci Gorilla Lodge / Mountain Gorilla View Lodge
Meal Plan: Lunch & Dinner
Day 2: Mountain Gorilla Trekking & Transfer to Gisenyi (Lake Kivu)
After an early breakfast, transfer to Kinigi Park Headquarters for a briefing before starting your gorilla trekking adventure in Volcanoes National Park. Trekking may take between 2 to 6 hours depending on the gorilla family’s location. Once found, spend up to one unforgettable hour observing these gentle giants in their natural habitat.
After your trek, enjoy lunch and later transfer to Gisenyi (Rubavu) on the shores of Lake Kivu. Check in at your lakeside lodge and unwind with stunning sunset views over the lake.
Accommodation: Lake Kivu Serena Hotel / Paradise Malahide / Inzu Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 3: Lake Kivu Adventure & Coffee Tour
Begin your day with a delicious breakfast and embark on a boat ride on Lake Kivu, exploring Napoleon Island and visiting local fishing villages. You’ll also visit a nearby coffee plantation to learn about Rwanda’s world-famous coffee production — from bean to cup — followed by a tasting session.
Spend your afternoon relaxing at the lakeside, swimming, or enjoying optional water activities such as kayaking. Dinner and overnight stay at your lodge.
Accommodation: Lake Kivu Serena Hotel / Paradise Malahide / Inzu Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 4: The Canopy Walkway Adventure & Tea Experience
After breakfast, drive south toward Nyungwe National Park, known for its rich biodiversity and breathtaking scenery. Upon arrival, check in at your lodge and have lunch. In the afternoon, enjoy the famous Canopy Walkway Adventure, a suspended bridge that offers stunning aerial views of the rainforest and wildlife.
Later, visit a nearby tea plantation for a guided tour of the tea-making process and enjoy a cup of freshly brewed Rwandan tea while overlooking the misty hills.
Accommodation: Nyungwe Top View Hill Hotel / One & Only Nyungwe House / Gisakura Guest House
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 5: Chimpanzee Trekking & Colobus Monkey Tracking
Rise early for breakfast, then head to the park headquarters for your chimpanzee trekking experience. Follow your ranger guide deep into the forest to track one of Nyungwe’s habituated chimp families — an exhilarating experience as you listen to their calls and observe them play in the treetops.
After lunch, continue with an afternoon Colobus Monkey Trek, where you’ll spot large troops of these striking black-and-white primates. Return to your lodge for a relaxed evening surrounded by nature.
Accommodation: Nyungwe Top View Hill Hotel / One & Only Nyungwe House / Gisakura Guest House
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 6: Drive Back to Kigali – King’s Palace Museum & Gift Shopping
After breakfast, start your scenic drive back to Kigali, stopping en route at the King’s Palace Museum in Nyanza to learn about Rwanda’s royal traditions. Continue to Kigali, where you can enjoy gift shopping at local craft markets before being transferred to Kigali International Airport for your flight home.
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Lunch
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Included in 6 Days Rwanda Gorilla Trekking and Lake Kivu Adventure
- 1 Gorilla trekking permit per person ($1,500)
- Chimpanzee trekking permit
- Colobus monkey trekking
- All ground transportation in a 4×4 safari vehicle
- Professional English-speaking guide/driver
- Accommodation and meals as per itinerary
- Lake Kivu boat ride and coffee tour
- Canopy walkway and tea experience
- Museum and cultural visits
- Bottled drinking water throughout the tour
Excluded 6 Days Rwanda Gorilla Trekking and Lake Kivu Adventure
- International flights and visa fees
- Travel and medical insurance
- Personal expenses (tips, laundry, drinks, souvenirs)
- Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
- Porter or guide gratuities
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Your 6 Days Rwanda Gorilla Trekking and Lake Kivu Adventure concludes with lasting memories of Rwanda’s wildlife, landscapes, and cultural warmth. From the misty rainforests of Volcanoes and Nyungwe to the peaceful shores of Lake Kivu, this safari perfectly captures Rwanda’s harmony of adventure, nature, and community.
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Book for this 6 Days Rwanda Gorilla Trekking and Lake Kivu Adventure
Starting from US $ 5,000 per person
Discounted prices per person as the number of people rises. Note: The minimum age allowed for 6 Days Rwanda Gorilla Trekking and Lake Kivu Adventure is 16 years old.
| No of People | Up To | Price per person |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | – | $ 5250 |
| 2 | – | $ 3870 |
| 3 | – | $ 3520 |
| 4 | – | $ 3150 |
| 5 | – | $ 2980 |
| 6 | – | $ 2900 |
| 7 | – | $ 2880 |
Posted on NarraGirl01Verified Once in a Life Time We had the good fortune to have Fidel as our guide for this once in a lifetime opportunity. Fidel and his team of porters and trackers were fantastic. We were assigned to a large family of gorillas (24) took about 2hrs to trek to them. It was such a memorable and wonderful experience. The guides/porters really knew how to respect and communicate with the gorillas. I cannot recommend this highly enough. The park and the activities are well managed and organised (in addition to gorillas).Posted on Shillano Tour & Travel AgencyVerified Akagera National Park Wildness Safari An unforgettable day in Akagera! The 1-day safari from Kigali, trip was perfectly organized. My guide/driver was incredibly friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable, sharing lots of insights about Rwanda, Akagera National Park, and wildlife conservation. The 4x4 vehicle was comfortable, and drinking water was always available at no extra cost. Around midday we had a tasty included lunch – I chose a delicious cheeseburger with sides and homemade iced tea. We spent about 6 hours in the park and saw a wide range of animals: lions, elephant, hippos, baboons, zebras, giraffes, buffaloes, warthogs, various antelopes (impala, bushbuck), and many birds like fish eagles and guineafowl. We even spotted a crocodile resting in the water. Only rhino and leopard were missing from the Big Five – not surprising at the end of the rainy season (early June), with dense greenery. A fantastic day full of unforgettable moments – highly recommended!Posted on Ali KVerified Amazing day in the national park We had an amazing day with Kim driving around the national park. We managed to see 3 out of the big five and many more majestic species. Kim is a knowledgeable and friendly guide and knows the park like the back of his hand. More importantly, he knows how to safely approach the animals and read their behaviour to keep a safe distance and avoid contact.The breakfast and lunch places were also great and had delicious food.The park itself is magnificent and the Rwandan people and government have done an amazing job creating a safe haven for these animals, especially the endangered species.Posted on Angela GVerified Gental giants ❤️ Fabulous experience and our driver John, was amazing! Punctual, friendly and knowledgeable. Our park rangers Theo and Christofe were fantastic! Highly recommend 👍🏼Posted on Bruno RoboredoVerified Magical day!! It was a magical day!!!We managed to see 3 of the Big Five. There was rain, sunshine… and excellent tips and fun facts from our guide, Kim! Super attentive, patient, and friendly throughout the entire trip.Posted on Paulton HVerified A memorable experience. The tour was very well organized from pick-up to drop off at hotel. All that was promised was delivered to high satisfaction. The tour leader Kim is a local who has excellent knowledge of Kigali and Rwanda's rich and at various times turbulent history. It was an experience where we got to know to the full the city and its people. Hence a memorable experience, good value for money and highly recommended.Posted on david cVerified An experience never to forget - humbling to be with the gorillas in their home. Absolutely fantastic experience - a once in a lifetime. Our guide was very knowledgeable and our trip to and from was very enjoyable. The organisation at the national park was excellent and our experience with the guide, porters and trackers was first rate. And the gorillas - simply majestic and so engaging. Humbled to be in their presence.Posted on MFechnerVerified Just amazing!! What an experience!! Big shout out to John, our driver - he was fantastic!! Gave us lots of insights on the drive from Kigali, stopped for photos, and ensured we had everything we needed. The tour itself was brilliant - what an adventure!! Volcano National Park is beautiful, and the hiking made easier with porters if you wanted them. Trackers found the family of gorillas, and we got to spend a great amount of time with them. Six babies made it super fun. I couldn't believe how close we were. We even learned how to let the gorillas know we were friendly. A must do when in Rwanda.Posted on globalsoulVerified Once in a lifetime experience to see the endangered Mountain Gorillas and learn from them! Amazing trek to visit a mountain gorilla family including the silverback, blackbacks, mother, nursing two-month old, and teenagers through the misty enshrouded forest and volcanoes. An experience of a lifetime! We even got a bonus and encountered a group of golden monkeys. Guide, trackers and porters all exemplary professional and friendly. My driver Shadady was a fantastic host and companion keeping me safe on the 5 hours return driver to Volcano National Park and all the excursions to the treks. A+Posted on Sandrine GVerified Rwanda Home of Big five Animals/ Akagera national park. Good safari Tour with Universal, animals were spotted very closer and guide John provided the necessary insights for animals behaviors/ Life style, we sow faux in big five which is not bad at all, Food was delicious too with lake view behind us.The list of animals viewed is too long: Elephants, buffalos, hypos, crocodile, giraffe, Lion, zebras, impala, Birds,.........Thank you John and your company to make this Tour enjoyable and funny. i highly recommend it to Anny one.Thank youSandrine.
